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Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.
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Three phases in the evolving Australian business conversation about resilience
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Many Australian organisations can mark down 2024 as the year that IT resilience was elevated from a technology to a whole-of-business and whole-of-customer-journey conversation.
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Deepfake scams cost Australian businesses millions, research reveals
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Research by Mastercard reveals deepfake scams have targeted 36% of Australians, resulting in millions in losses, with many unaware they're victims.
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Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.
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Deepfake scams target 29% of New Zealanders, costing millions
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Research by Mastercard reveals nearly a third of New Zealanders and 18% of businesses have fallen victim to deepfake scams, costing millions over the past year.
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Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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A new survey reveals that Australians using illegal streaming sites are three times more likely to fall victim to cybercrime, sparking health concerns.
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Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack
Mon, 7th Oct 2024
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An Auckland man fears identity theft after personal details were stolen from Bloom Hearing Specialists, who kept his data for over six years.
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Homebuyers warned as property scams surge in spring season
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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Amid a surge in property-related scams, InfoTrack advises caution during this spring’s busy real estate season. Buyers are urged to bolster cyber security.
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Most Britons worry over control of personal data online
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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A Ping Identity survey reveals that 75% of Britons feel they lack control over their online data, fuelling concerns over privacy, fraud, and identity theft.
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Why monitoring high tech systems and data is critical for New Zealand healthcare providers
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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World Patient Safety Day is a timely reminder of the threat hackers and cyber-criminals pose to the country’s most vulnerable.
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Indosat launches IMSecure to bolster customer data protection
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has launched IMSecure, reinforcing their commitment to data protection, aiming to fortify customer trust against digital threats.
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GenAI: A new era of social engineering threats for Australian businesses
Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
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GenAI’s rapid evolution is enabling cybercriminals to launch more sophisticated social engineering attacks, posing rising threats to Australian businesses.
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Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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A Kaspersky survey reveals 61% of consumers fear posthumous digital identity theft, highlighting ethical concerns and privacy issues in the digital age.
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Oldham Council cyberattack exposes resident data, raises alarm
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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Oldham Council hit by cyberattack, exposing sensitive data; part of a broader wave across Greater Manchester, leaving thousands at risk of phishing scams.
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Malwarebytes launches new unified cyber protection platform
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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Malwarebytes launches a new cyber protection platform, featuring an all-in-one dashboard with real-time guidance, as consumer threats hit unprecedented highs.
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Trend Micro enhances platform to combat AI-based deepfake fraud
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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Trend Micro has enhanced its platform to tackle AI-based deepfake fraud, addressing rising security threats as criminals increasingly adopt AI technology.
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Norton unveils new VPN plans to enhance security & privacy
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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Norton has launched three new VPN plans aimed at enhancing security and privacy for individuals, couples, and families, addressing modern cyber threats.
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How payment service providers and merchants can enhance the eCommerce payment experience
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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As eCommerce expands towards an estimated market value of USD $9.3 trillion by 2027, combining network tokenisation and Click to Pay can help merchants enhance security and convenience, reducing cart abandonment and boosting customer loyalty.
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Enzoic launches global partner program to combat cyber threats
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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Enzoic introduces a Global Partner Program to combat compromised credentials, identity theft, and payment card fraud, offering threat intelligence solutions and Dark Web monitoring.
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Gen data reveals 12% of Kiwis are victims of cybercrime
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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A Gen report has revealed that 12% of New Zealanders fell victim to cybercrime in the past year, impacting both finances and mental health.